Darnley's Cyber Café
Embark on a journey with us as we explore the realms of cybersecurity, IT security, business, news, technology, and the interconnected global geopolitical landscape. Tune in, unwind with your preferred cup of java (not script), and engage in thought-provoking discussions that delve into the dynamic evolution of the world around us.
Episodes
Satellites. They orbit silently above our cities, our highways, even our homes — carrying our calls, texts, and sensitive data.
But recent research has uncovered a chilling reality... many of these satellites are transmitting data completely unencrypted.
In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café, we explore how ordinary signals, industrial communications, and even military traffic are floating unprotected through space, who could ...
We explore the unsettling intersection between technology and emotion. When machines begin to understand, and imitate, human empathy. What happens to our sense of trust, vulnerability, and authenticity moving forward?
Discover how artificial intelligence is learning to recognize distress, comfort users, and even mirror emotion, and why that should make you pause before opening your next chat window.
It’s a story about comfort, contr...
A new episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café is here, and it’s one you won’t want to miss. We dive into a shocking story about a familiar childhood pastime that takes an unexpected twist into the world of surveillance, privacy, and hidden risks.
This isn’t just about toys, it’s about what’s happening behind the curtain in our digital world, and why parents should pay close attention.
Pour yourself a cup, tune in, and discover why this story...
One weak password. A business older than the telephone. Hundreds of jobs lost.
In this episode of Darnleys Cyber Café, Darnley examines a stunning real-world case of cybercrime that shows how even the most established organizations can fall overnight. You’ll learn how attackers exploit everyday security gaps, what happens inside a business during a ransomware crisis, and, most importantly, the practical steps you can take ...
Step inside Darnleys Cyber Café for a thought-provoking journey from The Terminator’s Skynet to the eerie futures of Black Mirror.
We explore how pop culture’s AI nightmares echo today’s breakthroughs and what they might mean for tomorrow. Grab a coffee, press play, and question how close fiction is to becoming your reality.
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A quiet data breach at Stellantis could be more than it seems. In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café, we take you inside the cyber underbelly of today’s automakers and explore how a single compromise can ripple through an entire industry.
What’s really at stake when cars, code, and global supply chains collide? Grab your coffee and tune in to find out.
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When a fraudster posing as a vendor stole more than $1.5 million from the City of Baltimore, it exposed how even large public agencies can fall victim to Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams.
In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café, we break down how the attack happened, why these schemes work, and what public-sector organizations and everyday finance staff can do to stop them.
Learn simple, practical steps to verify vendor change...
We’re asking the hard question: is technology the problem… to technology? If cybercrime only exists because the internet does, maybe the real solution is to unplug it all, toss the Wi-Fi router into the river, and go back to quills, scrolls, and smoke signals. In this episode, Darnley takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the rise of tech in cybersecurity, why every “solution” creates new problems, and whether we should just burn it all ...
Darnley shines the proton pack spotlight on a real digital spooky fest: the “Librarian Ghouls” cyberattack campaign. These ghostly hackers are haunting machines while you sleep, using legit tools to sneak past defences and mine crypto in the shadows.
We break down what it means for everyday users, how to spot the signs, and simple ways to stay protected, no need to call Egon.
In this episode, we explore Google’s powerful new AI tool, Veo 3, and how it’s blurring the lines between reality and deception in video content. From deepfake scams to reputational attacks, we break down the real-world risks, and how cybercriminals could weaponize synthetic media against us all.
Tune in for a thought-provoking look at truth, trust, and the future of online security.
Think your clever password is hacker-proof? Think again. In this episode, Darnley dives into why our very human brains—full of favorite pets, TV shows, and birthdates—are no match for modern password-cracking tools. With AI now guessing passwords better than ever, it's time to rethink how we protect our digital lives.
Tune in to learn what’s really going on behind the scenes, and what you should be doing instead.
What happens when a former black hat hacker lifts the veil on the dark web after 30 years in the shadows? In this chilling and eye-opening episode, Darnley dives into exclusive audio from a VICE interview that reveals the darkest corners of the internet—from ransomware targeting hospitals to million-dollar cyber heists.
Join Darnley as he breaks it all down, asks the hard questions, and opens the floor to your thoughts.
Cybercriminals are sliding into Microsoft Teams chats—and they’re not who they say they are. In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Cafe, we uncover a clever new attack targeting businesses from the inside out. From fake IT support to sneaky malware that hides in plain sight, this is one you don’t want to ignore.
Grab a coffee and learn how to spot the warning signs, protect your systems, and stay one step ahead.
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An email from Google. A law enforcement warning. Everything looks legit—until it isn't. In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Cafe, we uncover a shockingly convincing phishing scam and explore how trust can be weaponized in your inbox. Click play... but think twice before you click anything else!
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In this eye-opening kickoff to Season 6, Darnley dives into the hidden world of surveillance capitalism—where your clicks, swipes, and searches are turned into profit. You ARE the product. Discover how data profiling shapes your digital life, influences what you see, and quietly sells your behaviour to the highest bidder. Real-world examples, practical tips, and that signature Cyber Cafe vibe.
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In this heartfelt season finale, Darnley takes a step back to reflect on the journey so far — from quiet beginnings during the COVID-19 shutdowns to building a global community of digital thinkers, privacy advocates, and cyber-curious minds.
Join us as we reminisce about standout moments from Season 5, and real stories that brought cybersecurity into everyday life. Plus, get an exclusive look at what’s coming in Season 6.
This episode dives into the fascinating journey of Microsoft operating systems—from their raw, code-heavy origins to the sleek, intuitive platforms we depend on today.
Darnley reflects over the last 50 years on the digital operating systems laid by pioneers like Microsoft and how their innovations transformed personal computing over the decades.
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BlackLock, a ruthless ransomware gang, thought they were untouchable—until cybersecurity experts flipped the script. In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café, Darnley uncovers how a security firm hacked the hackers, dismantling their entire operation from the inside.
How did they do it? What critical mistakes led to BlackLock’s downfall? And what does this mean for the future of cybercrime?
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We dive into the murky case of the alleged Check Point Software breach—what hackers claim they stole, why the company says it's "handled," and why that may not be the whole truth.
From admin access screenshots to quiet cover-ups, Darnley unpacks the risks and ask the tough questions security firms don’t want you asking. Pour yourself a strong cup and tune in—you’ll want to hear what they aren’t saying.
What if your DNA could be hacked like software?
In this episode of Darnley’s Cyber Café, we explore a groundbreaking advancement that blurs the line between cybersecurity and biology. Is this the key to human evolution—or a new frontier for cybercrime? Tune in to uncover the truth.
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